Can I shave between my laser hair removal sessions?

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I used to shave my face extremely frequently in the past year causing dense hair growth. I had my first laser session last Saturday and she didn't razor my hair off. Its been four days and there's thick growth on my chin. She asked me not to use a razor in between my sessions and the hair will fall off in 10 days. I have a social life and i cant go out with a beard on top of that my university is in a different city and my next session is in March. Is it okay to use a razor not?

Sue Ellen Cox, MD · Answer

Yes. You can
absolutely shave between your laser hair removal treatments. Just don’t pluck, wax,
or use Nair or something of the sort on the area while doing treatments. Also,
do your best to stay out of the sun and make sure to wear your sunscreen!

Maggie Chen, MD · Answer

Yes, you can shave in between laser hair removal treatments.  If the patients come in without shaving, we will ask them to shave before the procedure anyways.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Yes, you can shave between laser hair removal sessions. Keep in mind it will take a series of treatments and it's recommended to shave either the night before or the morning of a treatment. Best, Dr. Emer

Andre Berger, MD · Answer

It is perfectly safe to shave in between laser hair removal sessions. However, you will want to avoid waxing and plucking, since these methods can hinder results. Staying out of the sun is also important for the best results.

Robin Evans, MD, FRCSC · Answer

I tell my patients that shaving is fine between sessions.  However, I would be sure to stay out of the sun and avoid plucking or waxing. It could result in scarring or a poor result.

Michael J. Brown, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is completely fine to shave in between laser hair removal sessions. However, you will want to refrain from plucking, waxing, or electrolysis in between your laser hair treatments. It is encouraged that you shave as close to your appointment as possible, preferably the night before or the day of the appointment. Feel free to take a look at our website for more information!

Steven F. Weiner, MD · Answer

It is perfectly fine to shave between laser sessions. In fact, I ask my patients to shave on the morning of treatment. By shaving, the heat from the laser penetrates deeper into the hair follicle to give the best results.

Teresa Mann, MD · Answer

Hello, yes is is perfectly okay to shave after your laser hair reduction treatment.  At our office we have the patient shave the day of the treatment and tell them to continue to shave throughout their series as often as they wish.  It is important not to pluck, tweeze or wax during your series.  
Regards,

Laura Riehm, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question.  It's curious that your service provider did not give you post treatment instructions.  You are receiving a medical treatment and it should be medically supervised.  The answer is yes, you can and should shave between LHR treatments.  Best of luck.

Laurene DiPasquale, MD · Answer

Shaving with a razor is permissible between laser hair removal treatments.  It will not affect future treatments.  I would recommend NOT waxing, threading or using depilatories, which will affect future treatments.  I hope that helps.  Regards, Dr. D.

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